RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) Immunizations

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. However, it can be dangerous for babies and toddlers [1]. 

For babies and toddlers the CDC recommends [1]:

• Getting an RSV vaccine if you are 32-36 weeks pregnant during RSV season. This vaccine is recommended during September through January for most of the United States because RSV is typically a fall and winter virus.
• Getting an RSV antibody immunization for your baby if they are younger than 8 months and born during, or entering, their first RSV season.
• A dose of RSV antibody is also recommended for children between the ages of 8 and 19 months entering their second RSV season who are in at least one of these groups.​
  • Children who have chronic lung disease from being born prematurely.
  • Children who are severely immunocompromised.
  • Children with cystic fibrosis who have severe disease.
  • American Indian and Alaska Native children.

For more information, visit these links below: 

• www.cdc.gov/rsv/high-risk/infants-young-children.html
• www.cdc.gov/rsv/about/prevention.html

​Sources:
[1] www.cdc.gov/rsv/about/prevention.html